Advice on choosing an Semi Auto for HD

[JohnnyReb]

Im looking into getting a semi auto 12ga for home defense. The only expirence I have with Semi auto shotguns is the Browning Auto 5. (I love those guns!)

I'm just looking for a more tactical option.

Price range is $1500 but as always, the cheaper the better (so as long as its reliable)

Can you guys help me out?

[Skintop911]

For $1500, buy a pump, a case of shells, and sign up for a class.

If you insist, Rem 11-87 or Moss 9200, both in their LE/mil variants. 9200 may be tougher to find.

[Packin' Heat]

how about the Benelli M4? At 1499.99 its in your price range.

[glockmeister71]

Here's a few to think about.

http://www.gunsamerica.com/guns/976808744.htm
http://www.gunsamerica.com/guns/976803675.htm
http://www.gunsamerica.com/guns/976799448.htm
http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=61758211

[liliysdad]

I am a fan of the Beretta 1201FP over any of the others, including the Benelli. Very similar shotgun to the Benellis, but a better made piece, IMO.

To be honest, an A5 isnt a bad gun when its bobbed and rodded. The recoil action makes it very reliable.

Me, Id stick with an 870.

[ElevatedThreat]

Get an 11-87 POLICE, from the Remington Law Enforcement catalog, with the 18" barrel and ghost-ring sights option.

Perfect for self-defense, right from the box, just add ammo (preferably Federal 00 buck with the new Flite COntrol wad).

You will not be sorry.

-ET

[Rolledup4s]

M4 gets my vote as well. I own 2 benelli's and are some of the best shotguns IMO.

[Brooklyn South]

I was pleased with the performance of the 11-87's we used in my office. An 18" is good, 14" is better indoors.

Good shopping & good shooting!
:) :) :) :)

[epsylum]

Saiga 12

[Packin' Heat]

Originally posted by epsylum
Saiga 12

which is where my shotgun money is going next!

[alexsig]

FN POLICE AUTOLOADING :thumbsup:

[epsylum]

Originally posted by alexsig
FN POLICE AUTOLOADING :thumbsup:

I have shot one. Nice gun, but a bit on the light side. That makes it recoil a bit more than the other autos I have shot.

[JohnnyReb]

Originally posted by liliysdad
I am a fan of the Beretta 1201FP over any of the others, including the Benelli. Very similar shotgun to the Benellis, but a better made piece, IMO.

To be honest, an A5 isnt a bad gun when its bobbed and rodded. The recoil action makes it very reliable.

Me, Id stick with an 870.


Where is a good place online that carries the 1201FP? I'm having trouble finding one.